Formation of mechanism for artistic and creative self-activity in senior preschoolers by means of painting.

Abstract

The article analyzes the features of drawing performed by senior preschool children; the basic means of painting which activate the artistic and creative activities in senior preschoolers in the process of drawing are defined. The author also explores the factors for the child’s artistic and creative activity development, the processes of self-affirmation and creative self-expression; the author explains the necessity of using methodological tools in children's after-school fine arts institutions that acquaint a senior preschooler with artistic activity and aesthetic culture.

Key words:

drawing, means of painting, artistic and creative activity, self-activity, senior preschoolers.